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Exclusive: Delta isn't going anywhere; Govt revamps how to handle cases
'We're right at the tipping point of having to make some big decisions' - Chris Hipkins.
NZ businesses want mandatory vaccination in all industries - survey
Law firm Simpson Grierson says businesses support mandatory vaccination.
Editorial: Making examples of those who snub restrictions is working for WA
OPINION: Our editorial on Covid rule breakers.
Covid-positive women shut down completely on Northland trip, MoH says
Northlanders are encouraged to focus on getting tested and vaccinated in light of the news
Focus: NZ Delta Outbreak | Thursday 14th Oct Wrap
Details were revealed about how the health system will cope with increased demand as new cases hit 71 on Thursday. Deputy PM Grant Robertson also issued a warning over unlawful gatherings at home. Video / NZ Herald
Location of interest shows person with Covid in Auckland yesterday
People are urged to regularly check the Covid locations of interest website.
Raglan Area School allows antivax meetings - says it's trying to avoid division
Vaccine expert says the school's approach could help avoid polarisation.
Aucklander arrested after allegedly travelling to Wānaka during lockdown
The man travelled to Wellington on October 8 before heading to Wānaka on October 12.
NZX on board for Super Saturday
NZX is encouraging all communities to get vaccinated this Super Saturday. Video / Supplied
Covid-19: Labs say ministry should contract, not commandeer
Testing companies say giving ministry requisition powers will mean less investment.
Stuart Nash attempts to explain his shirtless vaccination pic
"Oh and just for the record, I wasn't flexing."
'Sobering' - 71 new Covid cases today; Infections tipped to double in 14 days
'My message today is clear. We need people in Auckland to stick to alert level 3 rules.'
Early childhood teachers anxious after positive teacher case in Auckland
Teachers feel at risk because they have to face unvaccinated children without masks.
'He's expressing his view, I'm expressing mine': Goudie hits back at deputy PM
The Deputy Prime Minister has encouraged all mayors to promote the Pfizer vaccine.
Napier boy stars in vaccination encouragement video
"Shaka": Napier boy Marley Paki stars in Te Taiwhenua O Te Whanganui A Orotu's vaccination encouragement video for Super Saturday. Video / Supplied
Covid-19: Virus detected in Te Awamutu wastewater
Anyone in the Te Awamutu area who has symptoms is urged to get a test.
Focus: Auckland Airport introduces rapid antigen testing for staff
Auckland Airport CEO Adrian Littlewood says rapid antigen testing for his staff is an important step to continue operations. Video / Dean Purcell
Auckland City Mission needs doubled in level 4
After eight weeks, foodbanks are under strain as more struggle to make ends meet.
Focus Live: 71 new Covid-19 community cases
October 14 2021 There are 71 new Covid-19 cases today in the community today. The number of daily cases is expected to double in the next 14 days.
Majority support for 'no jab, no job' across several sectors - new poll
A new poll shows strong support for mandatory vaccinations across many workforces.
Next year, thousands of people will get Covid - most will stay at home
The Government unveiled its radical new Covid plan today.
Focus: Dr Jeff Lowe breaks-down projected 5000 plus cases a week
Covid-19 Health system preparedness briefing, in which Dr Jeff Lowe breaks-down the projected 5,000 plus cases a week, even with 90 per cent of the population double jabbed. Video / Mark Mitchell
Life Pharmacy shops offer jabs, bonus points
And would you like bonus loyalty reward points with that vaccination?
Focus: Andrew Little says ICU capacity can be increased
Health Minister Andrew Little said the ICU capacity can be increased to meet demand, a claim which has been slammed by a Wellington ICU specialist. Video / Mark Mitchell
Is this NZ's best boss? Paying for staffer's private flight to family in Oz
Boss Mike van Hest pays $7900 for staffer to be reunited with his whānau.
Victoria's Covid cases explode to record high
The previous record was when 1946 Victorians tested positive on October 8.
Man thanks boss for paying for a private charter so he can return to family
Stacey Anderson thanking his boss Mike van Hest for buying a $7900 private charter flight ticket so he can return to his family in Brisbane. Video / Supplied
Green light given to businesses for rapid antigen Covid-19 tests
Big businesses have been granted an exemption to import and introduce rapid antigen tests.
Auckland sex workers caught at Blenheim motel, refuse to provide details
Two sex workers have been caught in Blenheim after leaving Auckland without exemptions.
IT expert says My Covid Record app at risk of security breaches
Daniel Ayers said the web app used software known to have security flaws.
Mandating jabs 'absolutely wrong': Defiant mayor refuses Pfizer jab
Thames-Coromandel Mayor Sandra Goudie stands by her beliefs.
Covid-19: Little outlines plans for hospital and home care for sufferers
Little says currently, the number of people in ICU/HDU is roughly two-thirds of capacity.
Wellington Harbourside Market to reopen on Sunday
There will be no restrictions on the number of people allowed at the market.